Gunslinger's Revenge
Gunslinger's Revenge

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Gunslinger's Revenge

1998
Movie
93 min
Italian

The idealistic lifestyle of an old West farmer, his Indian wife, and half-breed son is interrupted when the boy's old gunslinger father returns. They are not happy with his return despite the old gunslinger's intention to retire. Things take a turn for the worse when another gunslinger arrives in town, trying to force a battle with the father.

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IMDb5.1/10
Director: Tony HickoxGenres: Western, Action, Crime

Plot Summary

In the lawless Wild West, a lone gunslinger named John becomes embroiled in a dangerous revenge plot. After his family is brutally murdered by a ruthless outlaw gang, John seeks justice, navigating treacherous saloons and dusty streets. His path to vengeance is fraught with peril as he confronts the criminals responsible, leading to a climactic showdown.

Critical Reception

Gunslinger's Revenge received a mixed reception from critics and audiences, often noted for its straightforward Western tropes and performances, though some found its plot predictable and pacing uneven. It is generally considered a B-movie within the Western genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its classic Western setting and action sequences.

  • Criticized for a formulaic plot and lack of originality.

  • Performances, particularly from the lead, were seen as adequate for the genre.

Google audience: Audience reception for Gunslinger's Revenge is largely unrecorded in easily accessible public metrics, making a specific summary of Google user opinions impossible to provide.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in a relatively short period, typical for direct-to-video Westerns of the late 1990s, aiming to capitalize on the enduring popularity of the genre with a recognizable cast.

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